America the Beautiful

Forget apple pie and baseball: nothing says America like our glorious National Parks.  Operated by the National Park Service, only an act of the US Congress can establish a National Park. Yellowstone was the first natural area to be designated a National Park in 1872 by President Ulysses S. Grant. Due to the varied landscapes of the United States, these parks are hugely diverse. Yosemite National Park for example contains sweeping forest covered valleys and rock formations such as El Capitan, whilst Arches National Park contains over 2000 sandstone arches and a stunning desert landscape. These parks are a hugely important aspect of American culture and heritage, and the nation takes immense pride in the variety and beauty of its many protected regions. Join two of our very own members who visited all of these spectacular places. Gain valuable insight into what it's like to travel to our National Parks and get a firsthand account of our purple mountain majesties above the fruited plain. In the words of the Park Service: "Park your car, set the brakes and enjoy the scenery."
Purpose: Hear firsthand accounts visiting all the National Parks
Facilitators: Joe & Sue Evans